Buttermilk Powder Coated Cashews from Japan
Cashew nuts coated with buttermilk powder containing over 10% milk solids. Under HTS 2106.90.66.00 as chapter 4 dairy food preparation. Powder coating defines classification.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Specify buttermilk as chapter 4 dairy product
• Test coating adhesion and solids content
• Document nut allergen handling